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Horse Chops Lighthouse

8QXR+WJ English Harbour, NL, Canada

Name and Location

Horse Chops Lighthouse is located in English Harbour, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada, with coordinates 48.3498237° N, -53.2084123° W.

Construction and History

The lighthouse was constructed during the 19th century, but its exact date of construction remains unknown due to a lack of available information. The era in which it was built is also unclear.

Architecture and Materials

Unfortunately, no information regarding the architect or architectural style is available for Horse Chops Lighthouse. It is likely that the lighthouse was designed for functionality and practicality rather than aesthetics. The primary construction materials used are unknown.

Light and Navigation

The height of the lighthouse and its focal height (the height at which the light beam originates) are not publicly available. No information exists regarding the light range or intensity, nor is it clear whether the lighthouse still functions as a navigation aid. There is also no data on the light characteristic pattern.

Accessibility and Visiting

Visitors cannot enter the lighthouse due to its remote location and lack of infrastructure. The nearest town, English Harbour, can be reached via a private vessel or by driving to the nearby port.

Notable Views and Landscape

The surrounding landscape is dominated by the rugged coastline and Atlantic Ocean. The area is known for its natural beauty, with diverse marine life and scenic views.

Anecdotes and Folklore

No local folklore or unique anecdotes exist regarding Horse Chops Lighthouse. Its history remains largely unknown.

Technical and Operational Details

Further Information

There are no available nautical chart references, and no Wikipedia link is available due to the lack of public recognition and documentation.

Details

NameHorse Chops Lighthouse
CityEnglish Harbour
CountryCanada
Coordinates48.3498237, -53.2084123
Year of construction1819
Access descriptionPrivate vessel or driving to the nearby port
Accessiblefalse
Landscape typeRocky coast, dense forests
View descriptionRugged coastline and Atlantic Ocean
Guided toursfalse
Nearby attractionsScenic views, diverse marine life, hiking, kayaking, sailing
AIS Radarfalse